TAYLOR, John David of Cobourg, Ontario

Peacefully at his home in Cobourg on Friday, July 12th, 2013, John Taylor at 61 years of age. Beloved husband of Cathy Taylor (nee Wright). Cherished father of Amber Crowe, Becki Taylor, Lonni Dawe, and Kali Taylor. Beloved father-in-law and special friend to Clint Crowe and Steve Dawe. Loving grandfather of Jade (Wes Jr.), Cale (Lana), Raven, Ryan, Lincoln, Payton, and great grandfather of Cameron and Brodi. Son of Betty Taylor and the late Newt Taylor. Dear brother of Terry Taylor (Marion), Sue Ferguson (Steve), and Evan Taylor (Tracey). Greatly missed by his many nieces and nephews. Also missed by his beloved dog Nika. John was an employee of Kraft-General Foods for 37 years. He was an avid sportsman both as a participant and coach. He was also the #1 fan of his daughters and his grandchildren. He had participated in competitive horseshoes for the past 20 years and in October had been elected President of Horseshoe Ontario. At John’s request there will be cremation with a Celebration of Life Gathering at the Baltimore Community Centre on Sunday, July 21st, from 1-5 pm with service at 2 pm (casual dress please, ball caps are encouraged). Those wishing may make a memorial donation by cheque to the Relay for Life – Team Taylor or the Canadian Tire – Jump Start Program. Condolences received at www.MacCoubrey.com.